Principles for Maintaining or Increasing Breast Milk Production.

Source: JOGNN: Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic & Neonatal Nursing, 2012, 41 (1), p.114-21.

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Date of publication: January, 2012.

Publication type: Journal article.

In a nutshell: This article examines common issues surrounding self-perceived or actual insufficient milk production when breastfeeding. It provides information related to the physiology of milk production and ways in which it can be enhanced.

Length of publication: 8 pages.

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Inside track: breastfeeding and returning to work……working out the details.

Source: Journal of Human Lactation, 2012, 28 (1), p.87-88.

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Date of publication: February, 2012.

Publication type: Journal article.

In a nutshell: An advice sheet aimed at breastfeeding mothers who are planning their return to work.

Length of publication: 2 pages.

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Specialist midwife to offer the best start to babies.

Source: Rochdale Online.

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Date of publication: 20^th October, 2011.

Publication type: News item.

In a nutshell: A news article announcing the appointment of the country’s first Consultant Midwife for Infant Feeding at Fairfield General Hospital, Bury. This role will involve supporting new mothers and families in making appropriate feeding choices for themselves and their babies.

Length of publication: 1 webpage.

Midwives and pregnant women talk about alcohol: what advice do we give and what do they receive?

Source: Midwifery

Midwifery, 2010, article in press,

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Date of publication: article in press

Publication type: Journal article

In a nutshell: Exploring the advice that midwives believe they give to pregnant women about alcohol consumption, and the advice that pregnant women believe they receive; the knowledge and attitudes of both groups regarding alcohol consumption and the consistency with the NHMRC guidelines; and the receptivity and comfort of both groups in discussing alcohol consumption in the context of antenatal appointments.

Length of publication: 8 Pages

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Western Australian women’s perceptions of conflicting advice around breast feeding

Source: Midwifery

Midwifery, 2010, in press, doi:10.1016/j.midw.2010.02.003

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Date of publication: April 2010

Publication type: Journal article

In a nutshell: This study looked at  Australian women’s perceptions of conflicting breastfeeding advice from supporting health professionals. The study found that perceptions were affected not only by contradictory content but also by the attitude of the information giver, information overload, information contrary to the mother’s expectations and a feeling of no longer being treated as an individual.

Length of publication: 7 pages

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UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative on formula company funded study days

Source: UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative

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Date of publication: January 2010

Publication type:  News story

In a nutshell: The Baby Friendly Initiative has issued a statement to health professionals reminding them to be wary with regards to attending formula company study days, to ensure that the information provided is factual and not promotional material.  Attending such study days is not prohibited but is discouraged.

Length of publication: 1 page

‘Bosom Buddies’ help mums to breastfeed

Source: Sunderland Echo

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Date of publication: 5 December 2009

Publication type: News story

In a nutshell: A Sunderland PCT supported mother-to-mother, peer support group has welcomed new recruits as it continues its drive to encourage new mums to breastfeed.  The women have previously breastfed their own babies and have undertaken an accredited course to help support new mothers.

Length of publication: 1 page

Introducing Babylifecheck – a new DoH interactive website

Source: RCM

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Date of publication: Aug 2009

Publication type: News story / Website

In a nutshell: The Department of Health have launched a new interactive website to provide advice and reassurance to parents and carers.  One of the many subjects covered by the website is infant feeding.

Length of publication: News story – 1 web page / Actual website has several pages

Supporting breastfeeding

Source: Midwives

Midwives, Apr-May 2009; 12(2): pp 34-5

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Date of publication: Apr-May 2009

Publication type: Journal article

In a nutshell: Experts discuss the range of initiatives in the UK developed to promote and support breastfeeding.

Length of publication: 2 pages

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Breastfeeding and vitamin D

Source: EBSCO – Maryland Nurse News and Journal

Maryland Nurse News and Journal, Feb/Mar/Apr 2009, 10 (2), p.21

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Date of publication: Feb/Mar/Apr 200

Publication type: Journal article

In a nutshell: Tips on ensuring that breastfeeding mothers do not become vitamin D deficient.

Length of publication: 1 page

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